Associate Credit Analyst: Bank Loans & Fixed Income

TCW; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

TCW in Los Angeles seeks an Associate Credit Analyst to support credit research for leveraged loans and bonds, working with senior analysts to monitor positions and develop investment recommendations.

You will gain hands-on experience in fundamental credit modeling, business valuation, and relative value analysis in a fast-paced trading floor environment, with exposure across sectors. Two-year program with potential for full-time offer at program end.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in buy-side/sell-side research, investment banking, leveraged finance, credit, private credit, private equity, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with strong academics and relevant coursework.
• Strong finance, math, and Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Analysts in the investment analysis of leveraged loans and bonds.
• Build and maintain financial models and databases to monitor and analyze investments.
• Monitor and synthesize news flow: company announcements, regulatory filings, sell-side research, ratings reports.
• Communicate with external analysts and portfolio company management.
• Partner with the trading team to share portfolio updates and investment theses for new issues.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly reports, credit summaries, and other internal research.

Skills

Finance knowledge

Excel skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Financial modeling

Job description

TCW in Los Angeles seeks an Associate Credit Analyst to support credit research for leveraged loans and bonds, working with senior analysts to monitor positions and develop investment recommendations.

You will gain hands-on experience in fundamental credit modeling, business valuation, and relative value analysis in a fast-paced trading floor environment, with exposure across sectors. Two-year program with potential for full-time offer at program end.